In this episode of Faith on the Journey, Shannon Ethridge discusses the impact sexual abuse can have on a marriage. She explores how the sexual trauma that someone experienced before marriage can impact someone’s ability to enjoy sexual pleasure and intimacy in the marriage bed. Rev. Jocelyn and Shannon highlight that sexual consent is still necessary within a marriage and that trust can be broken when boundaries are not respected. Shannon also sheds light on how we can take steps within marriage to create emotional safety, which can help a sexual violence survivor to heal. She also talks about finding healing through counseling, workshops, and open communication with your partner. Tune in to hear this powerful conversation on restoring broken trust and reclaiming sexual intimacy within marriage.
Podcast Highlights
02:00: What is abuse?
03:40: The challenges of identifying and discussing sexual abuse within marriage.
05:06: Addressing issues related to pressure, manipulation, and coercion in sexual contexts
08:04: Exposing the deeper meaning behind our sexual thoughts.
12:41: The difference between pornography and authentic fantasies
15:02: Clarifying potentially misinterpreted church teachings regarding sexual abuse in marriage.
21:18: Understanding and beginning the healing process for individuals who have experienced sexual abuse within marriage.
29:11: Understanding and embracing God's design for pleasure, overcoming past shame and misconceptions, for Christian women.
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Host: Jocelyn J. Jones
Produced by: Jocelyn J Jones
Editor: J. Bonifacio
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